This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 (40 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
P _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ E
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POKE as a word: To prod or jab with an object such as a finger or a stick; To stir up a fire to remove ash or promote burning.
POKE has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 15, 2025.
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